La Boca

La Boca

La Boca is a district in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, located in the southeastern part of the city. It has a distinct European flavor, as its early residents mostly came from Genoa, Italy. The picturesque streets and colorful buildings are the most distinctive features of La Boca—and also the main reasons for its popularity.

La Boca is world-famous for its colorful buildings and is one of the must-visit destinations when traveling in Argentina. The houses here are painted in a variety of vibrant hues. It’s said that this tradition originated from early residents borrowing paint from nearby shipyards. Today, the colorful homes perfectly match the artistic atmosphere of the town. La Boca is the birthplace of tango, and it is home to the famous Caminito street. The renowned Argentine tango singer Carlos Gardel performed his famous song “Caminito,” which sings about this very street. Strolling through the streets of La Boca, you’ll find many small stalls selling paintings, crafts, and other souvenirs, as well as folk artists performing tango shows that attract many visitors.

The famous Argentine football club Boca Juniors is based in the La Boca district, and if you’re lucky, you might catch an exciting Boca Juniors match.

La Boca

Must-visit reason: The world’s most charming colorful town

Continent where the attraction is located: South America

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Argentina

Province/State where the attraction is located: Buenos Aires

City where the attraction is located: Buenos Aires